Job Description

Small Animal Veterinarian - Launceston, Tasmania

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Our client is seeking a passionate Small Animal Veterinarian to join one of Tasmania's leading companion animal practices, located in beautiful Launceston.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected veterinary team offering a diverse medical and surgical caseload, exceptional facilities, strong professional support and genuine flexibility around your career goals.

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Whether you're an early-career veterinarian looking for outstanding mentorship or an experienced clinician seeking a collaborative team environment, this practice provides the opportunity to develop your skills while enjoying an enviable Tasmanian lifestyle.

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About the Practice

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Our client is one of Tasmania's largest companion animal practices, providing high-quality veterinary care to the local community and referral patients from across the region.

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The practice operates from a modern facility comprising dedicated canine and feline spaces, including a purpose-designed feline clinic accredited to a high standard of feline-friendly care.

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The experienced team includes:

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- 12 veterinarians
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- Over 30 veterinary nurses and support staff
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The practice is recognised for delivering exceptional first-opinion veterinary care while also managing a wide range of advanced cases, including:

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- Soft tissue surgery
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- Orthopaedic procedures
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- Oncology cases
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- Diagnostic imaging
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- Acupuncture and complementary therapies
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The Role

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This flexible position can be tailored to suit the successful candidate, with opportunities available for:

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- Full-time or part-time employment
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- Experienced veterinarians seeking clinical autonomy
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- New graduates or developing veterinarians seeking structured mentorship
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- Clinicians interested in feline medicine, canine medicine or a combination of both
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The practice encourages veterinarians to develop their own areas of interest and supports clinicians in building expertise across disciplines including:

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- Medicine
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- Diagnostic imaging
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- Soft tissue surgery
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- Orthopaedics
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- Oncology
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- Ophthalmology
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- Feline medicine
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- Acupuncture
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About You

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The successful candidate will ideally have:

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- Veterinary registration or eligibility to practise in Australia
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- A genuine passion for companion animal medicine
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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- A desire to provide high-quality patient and client care
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- A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to a supportive team culture
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Applications are encouraged from:

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- Veterinarians early in their careers who want to learn from experienced clinicians
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- Experienced veterinarians looking for a team of like-minded professionals
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- Clinicians wanting flexibility around their working hours and career direction
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Why You'll Love This Opportunity

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Launceston offers an outstanding lifestyle, combining the benefits of regional living with excellent amenities.

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Enjoy:

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- A vibrant café and food culture
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- A welcoming community
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- Excellent schools and local facilities
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- Easy access to beaches, hiking trails, national parks and mountain biking
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- A relaxed lifestyle with the beauty of Tasmania on your doorstep
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What's on Offer

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- Flexible full time or part-time opportunities
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- A diverse and interesting companion animal caseload
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- Robust mentorship and professional development support
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- A collaborative team environment where vets and nurses genuinely support each other
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- Access to advanced medical and surgical cases
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- Opportunities to develop and pursue your clinical interests
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- Modern facilities and experienced support staff
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- The option to commence casually to experience the practice before committing long-term
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- Visa sponsorship available for eligible international veterinarians
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- Relocation assistance to support your move to Tasmania
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- Accommodation assistance available for eligible candidates
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If you're looking for a veterinary role where you can grow professionally, work alongside an exceptional team and enjoy an outstanding quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Small Animal Veterinarian - Launceston, Tasmania
🏢 Chattyvets
📍 Launceston